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.jp is the Internet country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Japan. It is administered by the Japan Registry Service.

Second-Level Domains

While any party with a Japanese mailing address can get a second-level domain (example.jp) there are several restricted-use second-level domains, listed below.

  • ac.jp - higher level academic institutions, such as universities
  • ad.jp - JPNIC members
  • co.jp - most forms of incorporated companies, including foreign companies registered in japan
  • ed.jp - eductionational institutions for individuals under 18
  • go.jp - Japanese government ministries and their endeavours
  • gr.jp - groups of 2 or more people, or groups of registered companies
  • lg.jp - local government authorities
  • ne.jp - network service providers
  • or.jp - registered organizations and non-profit organizations
  • geo.jp - geographic type domain names (ex: example.chiyoda.tokyo.jp)